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Meaker, Marijane – ALAN Review, 1989
Describes the background to some books written by the author, and discusses her desire to motivate those adolescents who do not usually read to read her books. Expresses a desire to write quality books that will win adolescents over to reading. (MG)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Adolescents, Authors, Fiction

Nelson, Cole; Nelson, Brooke – ALAN Review, 2000
Presents the comments of an 11-year-old and his mother regarding what is so magical about the Harry Potter series of books. Notes the child enjoyed the fantasy aspects and the animals in the books; and the mother appreciates the sheer fun of reading the books and that the characters show sensitivity and caring for each other. (RS)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Characterization, Fantasy, Literature Appreciation

Isaacs, Kathleen T. – ALAN Review, 1990
Discusses the independent reading choices of students in grades six, seven, and eight at one middle school in Maryland. (MG)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Independent Reading, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools